THE CAUSES

We’re proud to say that our courageous group are taking on the famous National Three Peaks in aid of three very worthy causes. In the past, we’ve been associated with many great charities including Candlelighters, Crisis and Leeds Community Foundation.

This year, we’re supporting different, but equally worthwhile charities.

The North East charity will be Zoe’s Place - a provider of palliative, respite and end-of-life care for children up to 5 years old. With hospices in Coventry, Liverpool and Middlesbrough, Zoe’s Place are able to give 24/7 medical and emotional support to children and their families, in various places across the country. The hospices aim to be a ‘home away from home’ to all those affected by life-limiting or life-threatening conditions.

The North West and North Wales charity will be the Paediatric Services at the Countess of Chester Hospital. These fantastic services provide treatment for the full range of both acute and chronic childhood illnesses, for inpatients, day cases and outpatients. Illnesses treated can range from epilepsy, cystic fibrosis and diabetes right through to dermatological issues and asthma allergies. Specialist Paediatric Nurses treat patients both in the hospital and in the community.

The Yorkshire charity will be St Gemma’s Hospice - a Leeds-based charity providing expert care and support for local people with terminal illnesses. Their partnership with the University of Leeds has led to their recognition as an outstanding model for improving care of those approaching the end of life through integrated research, teaching and clinical practice.

All three are outstanding causes that bring happiness into the lives of many, and each will benefit greatly from the money we raise completing this mammoth challenge.

To donate, please visit our Just Giving page.